How to Buy a Car with a Lien
Buying a used car from a private seller can be a better deal than buying from a dealer. Of course, there are risks with this type of auto...
Why is USPAP important?
In 1989, the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) was authorized by Congress as the standard for appraisal...
9 Rules for Buying a Classic Car
Why not drive a classic car that goes up in value? A classic car is a used car, but a very special used car. State Farm Insurance...
Why is a paint depth meter important?
Once a car is painted, it’s nearly impossible to know what is under the pretty shine. Ideally, the body work was done correctly by...
What does Market Value mean?
A commonly accepted definition for Market Value comes from the FannieMae Selling Guide. FannieMae defines Market Value as the most...
What is Diminished Value?
When a vehicle is damaged in an accident, the insurance company pays to have the auto repaired. However, that accident repair is...
How to Choose an Auto Appraiser
For the majority of us, our car is the second most valuable asset we own. Finding someone who can accurately calculate and document a...
